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Requisition Number 2020F485 Job Open Date 09/24/2025 Job Close Date Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/9476. The Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Kentucky University invites applications for part-time Instructors for Microbiology for Health Professionals Labs.

Posting DetailsPosition InformationWorking Title Microbiology for Health Professionals Lab Part-time Instructor Department Biological Sciences Full Time or Part Time? Part - Time Position Number Purpose of PositionThe Department of Biological Sciences at Northern Kentucky University invites applications for part-time Instructors for Microbiology for Health Professionals Labs.This posting will be used to create a database of potential part-time faculty.Primary ResponsibilitiesCandidates must be prepared to teach a lab section of Microbiology for Health Professionals in a fully face-to-face format on the NKU campus.QualificationsMinimum of a Master's degree in Biological Sciences with relevant microbiology experience.Completed applications will be kept on file for future opportunities.Minimum Education Master's Degree Preferred EducationPosting Detail InformationRequisition Number 2020F485 Job Open Date 09/24/2025 Job Close Date Quick Link <a href="https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/9476" rel="nofollow">https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/9476</a>Supplemental Questions

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Microbiology for Health Professionals Lab Part-time Instructor

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Maintains currency in the field, including any required licenses or certifications by engaging in continued education, attending conferences, meetings, in-services, networking opportunities, literature reviews, or seminars. Contributes to the enhancement of organizational performance by identifying areas for improvement, recommending effective methodologies for improvement initiatives, executing new procedures, collecting relevant data, and offering input during departmental discussions.

Job Description Under the guidance of the Supervisor and leadership team, conducts a wide range of laboratory tests to gather essential data for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of diseases in a medical center. Responsibilities Departmental Support: <ul><li>Conducts, directs, or assists in special projects, evaluations, or research initiatives.</li><li>Participates in scheduled cross-training rotations while demonstrating ongoing competency across various sections of the Clinical Laboratory.</li><li>Contributes to the enhancement of organizational performance by identifying areas for improvement, recommending effective methodologies for improvement initiatives, executing new procedures, collecting relevant data, and offering input during departmental discussions.</li><li>Engages in the establishment of job requirements and goals and perform all duties at an expected level of competency.</li></ul> Technical Skills and Knowledge: <ul><li>Demonstrates the necessary skills to independently conduct a variety of laboratory tests, showing proficiency in each area.</li><li>Efficiently operates laboratory instruments while performing checks, calibrations, preventative maintenance, and basic troubleshooting according to established written guidelines.</li><li>Contributes to Quality Control procedures by accurately performing and reporting results, as well as identifying any discrepancies in Quality Control.</li><li>Facilitates the preparation of samples for analysis and ensures proper storage and preservation of specimens.</li><li>Assists in preparing reagents and monitors supply inventories, managing stock supplies as needed.</li><li>Performs registration and sample collection as required by the location.</li><li>Engages in routine procedures relevant to the discipline, including data collection and analysis that may impact patient care decisions.</li><li>Collaborates on the development of new procedures and the enhancement of existing ones.</li><li>After achieving proficiency in both basic and some advanced skills, provides training to bench personnel and students in laboratory procedures.</li><li>May serve as a subject matter expert for the laboratory information system as needed and train staff where applicable.</li></ul> Professional Development: <ul><li>Maintains currency in the field, including any required licenses or certifications by engaging in continued education, attending conferences, meetings, in-services, networking opportunities, literature reviews, or seminars.</li><li>Participates in all mandatory training sessions at The Christ Hospital. Utilizes the knowledge and skills acquired in work and department. </li><li>May also participate in internal or external professional committees, agencies, councils, and related activities. </li></ul> Customer Service: <ul><li>Cultivates and maintains positive working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other important stakeholders. </li><li>Responds to requests in a timely and effective manner.</li><li>Strives to identify, understand, and accommodate customer needs and expectations. </li><li>Shares relevant information with clients, colleagues, and key stakeholders to ensure clear communication and alignment. </li></ul> Quality and Accountability: <ul><li>Executes tasks with accuracy and care, striving for a consistently low error rate. </li><li>Remains attentive to the needs of the section and actively contributes skills and expertise to address those needs. </li><li>Takes ownership of actions and ensures that tasks are followed through to completion. </li><li>Complies with relevant policies, guidelines, regulations, and accreditation standards, documenting compliance as necessary.</li><li>Upholds the standards and code of ethics set forth by The Christ Hospital. </li><li>Maintains an organized work environment that promotes safety, accessibility, and efficiency for team members, patients, and families alike.</li></ul> Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Required Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution; or Associate's degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or Equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulation 42CFR493.1489(b)(3)(ii) (see NOTE 2); or Successful completion of at least a 50 week official US military medical laboratory procedures training course and currently hold or have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician). Preferred Completion of certification/licensure requirements that meet CLIA/CAP requirements for the performance of high complexity testing YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: No experience required; 2 years of experience preferred. REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of laboratory operations; familiarity with laboratory departments, functions, and processes; strong organizational and interpersonal skills; excellent written and oral communication skills; PC word processing, and spreadsheet skills. LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)or certification through other national certifying agency preferred.

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The Christ Hospital

The Kasper Laboratory integrates human primary cancer cell culture, cancer stem cell biology, mouse xenograft models, and most recently extracellular vesicles in collaboration with Dr. Somchai Chutipongtanate with multiomics technologies and bioinformatics to investigate mechanisms of prostate cancer progression and metastasis. Process clinical samples, submit and make approved changes to IACUC or IRB protocols, manage mouse models for experiments, including injecting, imaging, and harvesting of mice and materials, maintain adequate stocks of lab supplies and train new Research assistants, graduate students, and fellows.

Job DescriptionApply nowJob Title: Research Associate, Cancer Biology & Bioinformatics, Kasper Lab Department of Environmental & PubPosting Start Date: 6/4/26Work Arrangement: OnsiteCurrent UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactorsNext Lives at the University of CincinnatiFounded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.Job OverviewOne full-time staff position is available in the laboratory of Dr. Susan Kasper in the Department of Environmental & Public Health Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Cincinnati.The Kasper Laboratory integrates human primary cancer cell culture, cancer stem cell biology, mouse xenograft models, and most recently extracellular vesicles in collaboration with Dr. Somchai Chutipongtanate with multiomics technologies and bioinformatics to investigate mechanisms of prostate cancer progression and metastasis. A leading focus is on mechanisms that drive cancer cell growth and metastasis, in particular cancer cell/tumor microenvironment interactions that regulate these processes via signals carried by extracellular vesicles, and to establish prognostic and predictive biomarkers of metastasis. Additional information or questions regarding the project can be obtained by email at susan.kasper@uc.eduWe are seeking an enthusiastic and highly self-motivated candidate who can work both independently and cooperatively as part of a team. Candidates with a strong background in cancer biology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics are encouraged to apply. This position involves a focus on secretomes and extracellular vesicles, single-cell sequencing analysis, and investigating the molecular mechanisms of prostate cancer metastasis and its interaction with stromal cells in the tumor microenvironment.Essential Functions<ul><li>Significant skills in assays for flow cytometry, Image stream, bioassays, cellular transfections, primary cell culture from clinical biopsy samples, bioinformatics, including single-cell or spatial sequencing analyses.</li><li>Manage and maintain lab supplies and laboratory equipment coordinating with service technicians when necessary</li><li>Supervise high school, undergraduate, and medical students and their projects</li><li>Experience in using mouse models for cancer research projects.</li></ul>Required Education<ul><li>BS in biology, or a closely related field</li></ul>Required Experience<ul><li>Process clinical samples, submit and make approved changes to IACUC or IRB protocols, manage mouse models for experiments, including injecting, imaging, and harvesting of mice and materials, maintain adequate stocks of lab supplies and train new Research assistants, graduate students, and fellows.</li><li>Submit and make approved changes to IACUC or IRB protocols</li><li>Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.</li><li>Experience in working with mouse models, including injecting, imaging, and harvesting of mice and materials</li></ul>Physical Requirements/Work Environment<ul><li>Sitting - Continuously</li><li>Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often</li><li>Hearing, listening - Often</li><li>Talking - Often</li><li>Standing - Often</li><li>Walking - Often</li><li>Bending - Often</li><li>Stooping - Often</li><li>Kneeling, squatting - Seldom</li><li>Lifting - up to 20 pounds - Often</li><li>Noise: There is sufficient noise to cause you to shout in order to be heard above the noise level.</li><li>Hazards: Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.</li><li>Atmospheric Conditions: Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.</li></ul>Compensation and BenefitsUC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:Comprehensive Tuition RemissionUC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.Robust Retirement PlansAs a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.Real Work-Life BalanceUC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:Vacation and sick time11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parentsAdditional Benefits Include:<ul><li>Competitive salary based on experience</li><li>Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)</li><li>Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs</li><li>Professional development & mentorship opportunities</li></ul>To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.REQ: 102710Apply now

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